Loading, please wait...
Details
LOT 0015
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Biga
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.74 grams, 14.61 mm).
With intaglio biga chariot and horses with driver; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
Provenance
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
CONDITIONVETTING:
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
RELATED LOTS
-
Roman Iridescent Green Glass Flask
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
With flattened discoid body, pinched tubular neck with everted rolled rim with applied trail below, iridescent surface. 27.3 grams, 98 mm
Ex London, UK, art market 1990s. -
Roman Agate Gemstone with Moon
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
With an intaglio crescent moon among four stars; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.46 grams, 16.98 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Banded Agate Gemstone with Putto
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
With intaglio putto in a landscape; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.33 grams, 10.32 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.